Civic and cultural buildings are an important part of the urban fabric, providing a physical and symbolic focus for the community. They can also act as a catalyst for change and regeneration. Our public buildings provide settings to celebrate the rich and diverse culture of modern society. They are inclusive and welcoming to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Our portfolio includes buildings with a wide of range of functions, including libraries, museums and visitor centres, many of which have received design awards. We ensure that design excellence is delivered even for apparently mundane projects such as our RIBA award winning public conveniences in Winchester.

Winchester Cathedral Visitor Centre, Hampshire

Completion Date 1999

Contract Value £1.7m

Client Winchester Cathedral Enterprises

Won through an invited competition, this scheme formed part of a masterplan to accommodate increasing visitor numbers at the cathedral, one of the largest in Europe. The first phase included the conversion of a Grade I Listed, 17th century coach house to provide a new visitor entrance, retail, offices and dining space. The second comprised a single storey, lightweight timber-framed building, used for functions and meetings. Within such an historic setting, great sensitivity was required to balance the new with the fabric of the existing building.